You have a beautiful baby that you have nurtured for those first months of life. You have cared for them 24/7 and they have blossomed and grown. During this growing phase they’re obviously getting bigger and heavier. As a parent you’re continually lifting and carrying your child, this in turn […]
Some of the most common conditions that I see in the clinic are neck problems or shoulder and arm issues. These can be separate injuries causing a variety of upper limb signs and symptoms, or they are commonly related.
This month I am focusing on Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. What is this […]
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) is an abnormal development of the hip joint. It occurs when the femoral head dislocates from the acetabulum, or in easier terms, when the hip dislocates from its socket.
DDH is usually diagnosed in newborns and can happen in utero, during delivery or after birth. […]
1. Pain is the last symptom
Most people that suffer pain would have had the restriction or instability there for months or years before they would even recognise it. Stiffness and reduced range of movement can be some of the first signs, but just like a hole in the tooth, […]
Have you ever wondered what the ‘cracking’ noise is when your chiropractor performs an adjustment? You might have heard it called an “adjustment” or a “cavitation”. Whilst you may understand these terms, you may not completely understand what actually causes the sound. Put simply, the sound is created by gas […]
